Elena

Before I could finish, I felt a soft sensation on my cheeks. It goes beyond the many elating experiences I've gone through in this world.

"Thank you, Miles."

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This soft feeling is like touching the clouds... it makes my chest fuzzy too-... Hold up! D-Did Reyna just... kiss me on the cheeks?!

"Reyna! What was that for?!

I wanted Ria to be my first! My purity has been stained! Well, it's not like it was on the lips.

"T-That was just a little thank you! A-Anyways! I-I'll meet with my mother now. B-Bye, Miles!" Reyna muttered and ran away.

What a troublesome woman! If you're embarrassed, why do it in the first place! But... I kinda liked it.

Ah, fuck me! This isn't the time for that, Miles! For now, I should meet with the hostages.

As I reached the end of the hallway, I heard laughter behind a shabby door. My curiosity got the best of me, so I decided to open the-.

|...|

Hmm... what the fuck is this? Are these guys really hostages?

"Oh! You must be that Miles guy from television! Thanks for the rescue!" A man among the crowd yelled.

"Uh, thanks, I guess?" I replied.

Is there a party or something?! Cause it sure looks like it!

Even within this dark, damp room, their bright smiles illuminate the place. They interact with each other as if they weren't prisoners just minutes ago.

Perhaps it's the joy of salvation? These people will finally see the outside world after, who knows how many years. They all seem to be in one piece- heck, not a speck of dust can be found on their clothes. That means Hitoshi has been taking care of them...

I swear, that man is unbelievable.

"So uh... ahem! Everyone! My name is uh... Miles Moral-... Reyes!" I awkwardly shouted.

Everyone is looking at me... Argh! Public speaking sucks. It makes me want to bungee jump off a cliff without a rope. Getting hit by a truck sounds pleasant too.

"A-And ah... as you know! I've bargained with the devil and got all of you free!"

Does that sound too cocky? Well, after everything I've done, I am a capable person... hehe. For now, these people need a sense of safety, but how do I do that?

Telling them that the police corps is waiting on the other end of the tunnel will undoubtedly reassure them, but that option is out of the question.

There may be Kuroi gang spies among this crowd. Even if the police corps annihilate the gang, I don't want to reveal anything to Hitoshi yet... this is him we're talking about.

If I can't use the police corps, then this will do...

"I know a lot of you feel unsafe right now, but rest assured. Hitoshi and I are on friendly terms, so he won't do anything to all of you."

These people should be the first to know that it takes quite a person to negotiate with Hitoshi.

"We know that already. Sir Hitoshi won't do anything to us." A woman from the crowd exclaimed.

Eh? Sir... Hitoshi? Why is this woman treating Hitoshi with high regard? He held you captive, remember? Did she get brainwashed?

"So when are we leaving? We already said our goodbyes to Hitoshi and his men, and we've already packed our stuff." An elderly man interrupted.

Said your goodbyes, you say? Isn't that a bit too polite to your oppressors? Just what the fuck is going on?!

"Well, uh... since you're all ready, let us get going then!"

The elderly man approached me. As he points at a small figure covered with bandages on the corner of the room, he asked, "Before we leave, I have something to ask. I've been a hostage for the longest, and I know every captive in this place, but I've never seen that boy."

This geezer is pointing at Hitoshi's son... Should I tell him? Oddly enough, these people respect Hitoshi. If that's the case, I have an idea.

"Old man, where do you live? And can you babysit for a few days?" I casually asked.

"Hold on, you haven't answered my que-"

I gave a cold glare and repeated my question, "Old man, where do you live? And can you babysit for a few days?"

"I-I once owned a store downtown! Right now, my children are running it! And yes... I-I can!"

"Well, in exchange for setting you free, you have to take care of Hitoshi's son until I come back, got it?"

"Y-Yes! And wait! Hitoshi's son?! What's happeni-

Before the old man could finish speaking, I forcefully placed my hand on his mouth in an attempt to shut him up. And for a brief moment, my consciousness left me.

Just a split second before the abrupt blackout, I glanced at the shattered glass below our feet. Once again, my eyes turned pitch black... What the hell do you want, Fukitsu.

"Shut up, and do as you were told!" With a sinister tone, I replied... or should I say, Fukitsu replied.

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Huh... I'm back in the void. What is it this time?

"Oi, Miles! You're behind schedule! Get your ass moving!" Fukitsu's voice echoed within the void.

"Eh... Sorry for that, but can you please hand my body back?"

"Sorry about that. I just came to remind you that Nori is reaching her limits."

"Oh? You're worried about her, huh?"

"Sh-Shut up! I'm not! I-It's for the s-sake of the plan."

"Well, see you soon, Fukitsu!"

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Nori is reaching her limits, huh? Once again, she's the pillar of this entire operation. The only reason why I haven't died is because of her. I have to hasten it up.

"Alright! All of you, go ahead... My men are waiting for you on the other side. I'll follow you shortly!" I yelled.

Reyna's mother is still packing what little belongings she has. They should arrive anytime now...

A door creaked, and I heard Reyna, "S-Sorry for the wait, Miles! My mother is here!"

Reyna and her mother are much alike... they both take too long to prepare.

"I apologize for taking too long, young man." Reyna's mother exclaimed.

God damn! I'm never getting over that MASSIVE chest! Those things are probably larger than my head!

"Ahem! Shall we get going!" Reyna said.

|...|

What the fuck is this... it's beyond awkward! This situation is more uncomfortable than wet socks.

I've done a lot of things that I never would've imagined in the previous world. Being surrounded by two women with colossal tits is one of them.

Ahh! What are you thinking, Miles! You're just walking along an underground tunnel with Reyna and her mother! Just regular teen stuff, right?

"So, Miles... I'm kinda curious. What's your relationship with my daughter?" Reyna's mother asked with provoking smile on her face.

Did you really have to ask that?! Of all things?!

"Mama! Shut your mouth!"

"Oh? Are you trying to keep your relationship secret? I heard from Hitoshi that you two were a co-"

Before Reyna's mother could finish, a sobbing voice could be heard near the end of the tunnel. This voice sounds all-too-familiar, but I've never heard it sob before. T

"Elena... is that you?"